Random amusing conversation with a hardcore “Bullet” fan

I love the Royal Enfield, I feel it is among the most iconic and important motorcycle brands in India. There, I said it before you go all guns blazing; calling me everything from a “plastic biker” to a “faggot”. This was a random conversation which I had with an utterly misinformed Thunderbird 350 rider at a parking lot. The whole idea of sharing the conversation is to have a light-hearted laugh and not to start the age old “Metal Bike VS Plastic Bike” war.
Enjoy.

At this point I meet the person who I was waiting for in the parking lot and leave The-Macho-Thunderbird-owner after giving him a wink.

Once again, I would like to reiterate that my intention is not to defame any brand or hurt the sentiments of any Royal Enfield aficionado. The Thunderbird owner did not know the basic difference between a “Bullet” and a “ThunderBird” which makes it apparent that he hardly had any idea about his motorcycle. I am sure a more knowledgeable person would have come up with a better argument.

So for a change, lets not take things personally with this article. Lets ride to a dhaba, plastic and metal together, eat some fried chicken and drink some beer. The first round is on me.

Ramneek – Born with a wanderlust and a love for telling stories with his words, Ramneek has been riding his puny but humble Pulsar all across the country. He presently pulls himself out his of bed every morning to go to work in a multinational corporation and his biggest desire in life is to live life on the road with his favorite partner. Kickassmotorcycling is his brainchild and he is the creative force behind the website. To get in touch with him click on the "Kickass Team" above.

A ’97 Royal Enfield 350 Deluxe (12 volt made it more luxurious i suppose).

I have come across people from the same “bloodline” as the one you coincidentally were blessed to pun at the parking lot. I personally have nothing against “new generation” engines or anything towards older iron. For me motorcycles are freedom. From a TVS 50 and above i thoroughly enjoy the feeling of being on the road.

Unfortunately, for some “bikers” what they ride is the epitome of two wheeled machinery. Their ignorance to learn and know more is restricted by certain circumstances. Can’t really blame them.